Three Kingdoms: Madam, I am a decent person

Chapter 754 Xu Chu's Request

Seeing Zhang Xiu's anxious appearance, Jia Xu chuckled.

This burly man was tall and imposing, and possessed extraordinary martial arts skills.

To outsiders, he looks incredibly intimidating.

This is also why Cao Cao was somewhat wary of Zhang Xiu.

But in reality, this big man was like a child who never grew up.

Just like the boy I first met.

The only change is probably in his face.

He is no longer the boy he once was.

As Jia Xu brushed Zhang Xiu's hand away, gesturing for Zhang Xiu to sit down, he whispered, "Later, find an excuse to go back to Xudu."

"You only have a few hundred old, weak, sick and disabled people from Wuwei with you, so you can't play a very big role."

"Cao Cao sent you here only to prove something to others."

"He, Cao Cao, recommended virtuous and capable people and recruited many talented individuals."

"He won't blame you if you really leave."

"Not to mention, you're going back to Xuchang."

"Moreover, Cao Cao will soon no longer be in Xingyang City."

Zhang Xiu looked at Jia Xu blankly.

Jia Xu said, "Don't ask so many questions, just do as I say."

"We've known each other for years, when have I ever played a trick on you?"

"When have I ever put you in danger?"

"As long as you do exactly as I say, at least our children's lives will be safe."

"In this chaotic world, it's best to obtain fame and fortune, but it doesn't matter if you don't."

"I'm already halfway to the grave."

"When you get to my age, you'll understand that nothing is more important than life."

"Not for a thousand years, but within a few years after our death, we will all turn to dust and no one will remember us anymore."

How much do you remember about your uncle?

Zhang Xiu chuckled awkwardly, then hummed in agreement and asked, "And then?"

Jia Xu said, "After you return to Xuchang, find the Qiao family caravan and tell them you have a gift for Xi Zhicai."

"Then, you disguised my family and your family as caravan members."

“Especially your aunt, Zou, told the Qiao family caravan that this was someone Xi Zhicai had wanted as a gift for the General.”

Zhang Xiu frowned.

Jia Xu said gently, "Your uncle has been dead for many years. What use is Zou Shi to you?"

"Have you asked Mrs. Zou? Is she willing to remain a widow for the rest of her life?"

"Find her a good family to have children with, and one that's a great general, so she won't be treated badly."

"We have no connection with the General."

"Although I have done a favor for Xi Zhicai, Xi Zhicai is not a person who is pure and ascetic, and is not comparable to Lord Xun."

He won't do anything that doesn't benefit him.

"He needed to cater to the general's preferences in order to join his cause."

"Trust me, you'll be right."

After a pause, Jia Xu added, "Also, you should tell the people from the Qiao family caravan that your master is Tong Yuan, and that you and Zhao Yun, the governor of Yangzhou, are fellow disciples."

"I am your close friend despite our age difference."

"Once you've taken care of all these things, find a chance to escape from Xuchang and go to Yecheng to see the general's concubine, Lady Zhao."

"Once we've done this, our lives will be safe."

"You might even get a chance to go south and make a name for yourself."

"However, I cannot guarantee that."

"How far he can go depends on what kind of person the governor of Yangzhou is."

Zhang Xiu asked suspiciously, "You mean Zhao Yun?"

Jia Xu nodded.

Zhang Xiu scratched his head.

He and Zhao Yun had never met.

I had only heard that Zhao Yun, the governor of Yangzhou, was the last disciple my master took in Changshan.

After that, the master never appeared again.

He must have passed away. Would Zhao Yun really acknowledge a senior brother he'd never met?
Zhang Xiu looked at Jia Xu with a suspicious expression.

Jia Xu ignored him and waved his hand, saying, "Go on with your work!"

Zhang Xiu stood up, about to leave, but then stopped and said, "What about you, Master Jia? If you let us go first, won't Cao Sikong come after you?"

Jia Xu smiled gently.

Find it on your own head?

That would require Cao Cao to be able to return to Xingyang City and Xudu!
The killing of Xiahou Yuan, seemingly fraught with danger, actually points to one purpose upon closer examination: to allow Cao Cao to launch a surprise attack on Wuchao.

But now, Cao Cao has already lost his composure.

Xun You did have keen insight, but he was persuaded by himself to restrain himself.

No one could persuade Cao Cao, so he was bound to make a mistake.

Back then, even Xun Yu was able to persuade them.

Now Xun Yu has been forced to commit suicide by poison.

Perhaps this is destiny!
Looking at Zhang Xiu, Jia Xu did not respond, but simply waved his hand and said, "Go ahead."

Zhang Xiu hesitated, as if he wanted to say something but then stopped.

Realizing that Jia Xu was far superior to a military general like himself, Zhang Xiu quickly left.

Cao Cao lay on his bed for a long time before finally getting up.

Upon seeing this, Xu Chu hurriedly stepped forward and said, "My lord!"

Cao Cao looked at Xu Chu suspiciously and asked, "Is there something you need?"

Xu Chu looked at Cao Cao somewhat awkwardly.

Cao Cao looked somewhat tired and said, "Why do we, master and servant, need to hesitate like this? Just say it."

Xu Chu forced a smile and said, "But General Xiahou just died in battle, my lord, you are just—"

Cao Cao's eyes flashed with a cold light as he said, "You, Xu Chu, are as stupid as a pig!"

"If you had ever truly considered my feelings, you shouldn't have asked that question!"

"Say something quickly!"

"Otherwise, I have to go out soon, and I won't have another chance in a short time."

Xu Chu then said, "My lord, I would like to arrange for four hundred soldiers to accompany us to Wuchao this time."

Cao Cao looked at Xu Chu suspiciously and said, "Four hundred soldiers? When did you send four hundred soldiers?"

How could Xu Chu, with his brain, possibly have secretly colluded with four hundred soldiers?

Xu Chu laughed a few times and said, "My lord, you underestimate me, don't you?"

"Although I wasn't well-liked in the army, I do have family!"

"Does my lord remember how I followed you?"

"When you led your army to attack Runan, I brought my clan members to join you."

"After that, I followed my lord, and my clan members were also incorporated into the army."

"However, they are not your relatives, so they have never had a chance."

“They complained to me before, saying that I was hiding my true colors and that I was useless.”

"Although I am angry, there is nothing I can do. I can't just ask the lord for merits on their behalf, can I?"

"Our lord has many soldiers under his command. If everyone acted like me, how would our lord conduct himself?"

"Our lord is a regional warlord; ultimately, it is strength that matters."

Seeing Xu Chu's words, Cao Cao's expression softened considerably. He said, "Just say it directly, stop beating around the bush. You pig-brain, are you trying to beat around the bush with me like everyone else? You can't even speak clearly!"

"How annoying!"

Xu Chu then chuckled and said, "I was thinking that if we attack Wuchao tonight, I'll send those four hundred of my own disciples along to earn merit."

“If they follow me, they will fight the enemy fiercely and will never be afraid of battle.”

"In this way, firstly, they will have merit; secondly, our lord will not have to worry about what others say."

Xu Chu clapped his hands and said smugly, "A double win! This is amazing!"

Cao Cao chuckled, gently patted Xu Chu's cheek with his right hand, and said seriously, "You trust me that much? Tonight is extremely dangerous; this might just be someone else's scheme. The consequences could be unimaginable—"

Before Cao Cao could finish speaking, Xu Chu interrupted him, saying with a confident look, "Having followed you, my lord, in battle for many years, you are the most talented commander I have ever met."

"Even if I were to die alongside my lord, I would have no complaints."

"Besides, what achievement or success is without risk?"

"Why would an opportunity to make a name for myself without any risk fall into my lap?"

"Rest assured, my lord, I have prepared for the worst!"

(End of this chapter)